Putin under pressure: Russia is threatened with economic isolation - China is apparently sending a clear signal. As of: April 1, 2024, 6:01 p.m By: Bona Hyun CommentsPressSplit Due to concerns about Western sanctions, Russia's important business partners are fleeing.

Apparently Putin can't do anything but watch. Putin's circle of business partners and allies is shrinking due to sanctions against Russia's economy. Financial institutions in the United Arab Emirates, Turkey and Austria are withdrawing from Russian business due to fears of sanctions.